12-05-2025
International Nurses Day Wishes 2025: History, Significance And Quotes
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International Nurses Day honours the vital role of nurses. The 2025 theme, 'Our Nurses. Our Future,' highlights their impact on global health and the future of care.
International Nurses Day 2025: Nurses across the globe play a vital role in ensuring the well-being of individuals. Their unwavering dedication and tireless efforts in caring for the sick and those in need of medical attention make a profound impact every day. To honour their invaluable contributions to healthcare and society, International Nurses Day is celebrated each year on May 12.
Wishing a Happy Nurses Day to the modern-day Florence Nightingale!
Happy International Nurses Day 2025! I extend my heartfelt greetings to all nurses.
Dear nurse, your kind smile is enough to cure all the diseases of the world. So always put a big smile on your face! Wishing you a happy International Nurse Day 2025!
Happy International Nurses Day 2025! Thank you to every nurse for always blessing us with your love and care.
A nurse gives comfort, care, and utmost attention to others when they are in the most sensitive condition. You make the most wonderful people on Earth. Wishing you a very happy International Nurses Day 2025!
International Nurses Day 2025: Quotes
Here are some of the popular quotes to share on International Nurses Day 2025.
International Nurses Day 2025: History
The International Council of Nurses (ICN) has been commemorating International Nurses Day since 1965. The idea of honouring nurses dates back to 1953, when Dorothy Sutherland, an official from the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare, proposed that President Dwight D. Eisenhower declare a 'Nurses' Day" to recognise their contributions. Although the proposal was not approved, it reflected the growing recognition of nurses' dedication and hard work.
It wasn't until January 1974 that International Nurses Day was officially established. The date, May 12, was chosen to coincide with the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, and is now observed globally in her honour.
International Nurses Day 2025: Significance
This day serves as a powerful reminder of the invaluable role nurses play in our lives. According to the official website, this year's theme is 'Our Nurses. Our Future. Caring for nurses strengthens economies," emphasising the importance of prioritising the well-being of nurses themselves as a foundation for stronger healthcare systems and healthier societies.
International Nurses Day 2025: Celebrations
In India, various events and activities and ceremonies are held to thank nurses for their dedication and hard work, address issues like gender equality, leadership, and innovation in nursing, and emphasise the economic and societal benefits of investing in the nursing profession.
In the United States, the celebrations take place not only on a single day. Rather, they celebrate the contribution of the nurses in a week-long event from May 6 to May 12.
Similarly, in Canada, they celebrate National Nursing Week each year during the week that includes May 12 since 1985.
In Australia, various nursing award ceremonies are conducted during the week across many states and territories.
In Ireland, an Irish nurse recruitment agency titled Nurse Jobs Ireland celebrates a week-long pro-bono campaign to mark the celebration since 2012.
In the United Kingdom, every year, a service is held at Westminster Abbey in London, where a symbolic lamp is taken from the Nurses' Chapel and handed from one nurse to another. Finally, as the lamp reaches the Dean, the person places it on the High Altar.
In Vietnam, nurses and other healthcare professionals host events and meetings for the betterment of nurses all across the country.
Meanwhile, different countries observe Nurses Day on various dates to reflect their unique histories and cultural significance.
In Singapore, Nurses Day is celebrated on August 1 to recognise the efforts of nurses in delivering quality healthcare.
Thailand observes National Nurses Day on October 21, a tradition that began in 1990 to honour the birth anniversary of Srinagarindra, the Princess Mother.
In Iran, Nurses Day is celebrated on the birthday of Zaynab bint Ali, which typically falls on August 3, recognising her as a symbol of compassion and caregiving.
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May 12, 2025, 07:10 IST
